Focus Area Committee (FAC) Calendar
Focus Area Committee Meetings Dates and Locations
Participating in a focus area committee provides our members with unique insights into the challenges facing our community and the agencies that are working on solutions. FAC participation is not required, but our surveys consistently show that it is one of the most rewarding aspects of being an Impact 100 member. Any member, including those who are part of a shared membership, can join a FAC and shared member groups do not need to serve on the same committee. When available, a link will be added here for the 2026 FAC Sign-Up Form.
2026 FAC Meeting Schedule
The due date for FAC sign-up is JANUARY 5, 2026. It’s important to submit your preferences by then so the committees can be finalized before their first meetings later in January. Members are to use the information below to help decide which FAC you wish to join (this information is also on the FAC Sign-Up Form that will be linked above and through an email sent to 2026 Members).
Information in italics are the proposed dates and locations. Final dates will be here when the availability of meeting rooms and important personnel are confirmed.
Arts, Culture, & Preservation
The arts, culture & preservation committee will focus on charitable initiatives that cultivate, develop, educate, preserve, and enrich the theater, museums, both visual and performing arts and literary opportunities in Greater Indianapolis.
FAC Chair: Regina DelaRosa
FAC Co-Chair: Barb Maurath
Meeting Day/Time: Thursdays at 11:30am
Location: Meetings virtual via Zoom, with site visit details determined by committee
- January 22, 11:30am, Zoom: Orientation and welcome
- February 19, 11:30am, Zoom: LOI discussion
- March 26, 11:30am, Zoom: Grant Application discussion
- Date and Time to be determined by the committee: Site visits and final meeting to select FAC Finalist
Education
The education committee will focus on charitable initiatives that advance learning opportunities and improve education in Greater Indianapolis.
FAC Chair: TBA
FAC Co-Chair: TBA
Meeting Day/Time: TBA
Location: TBA
- January: Orientation and welcome details to be announced
- February: LOI discussion details to be announced
- March: Grant Application discussion details to be announced
- Site visits and final meeting to select FAC Finalist details determined by the committee
Environment & Animal Welfare
The environment & animal welfare committee will focus on charitable initiatives that (1) improve, enhance or restore the surroundings in the Greater Indianapolis area; (2) encourage research, public awareness and education relating to the environment; (3) promote conservation of our natural resources; (4) restore, preserve, revitalize or enhance recreational facilities, and/or (5) promote animal welfare.
FAC Chair: Mary Slenski
FAC Co-Chair: Samantha Tarlton
Meeting Day/Time: Fridays at Noon
Location: Meetings will be virtual via Zoom, with site visit details determined by committee
- January 23, 12 Noon, Zoom: Orientation and welcome
- February 20, 12 Noon, Zoom: LOI discussion
- February 27, 12 Noon, Zoom: Grant Application discussion
- Date and Time to be determined by the committee: Site visits and final meeting to select FAC Finalist
Family
The family committee will focus on charitable initiatives that strengthen and enhance the lives of children and families in Greater Indianapolis.
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FAC Chair: Carol McDonald
FAC Co-Chair: Emily Djabi
Meeting Day/Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Location: All meetings are taking a hybrid approach: in person at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 1660 Kessler Blvd E Dr, Indianapolis, with a Zoom link for anyone unable to attend in person, with site visit details determined by committee.- January 20, 12 Noon, Northminster Presbyterian Church & Zoom: Orientation and welcome
- February 17, 12 Noon, Northminster Presbyterian Church & Zoom: LOI discussion
- March 24, 12 Noon, Northminster Presbyterian Church & Zoom: Grant Application discussion
- Date and Time to be determined by the committee: Site visits and final meeting to select FAC Finalist
Health & Wellness
The health and wellness committee will focus on charitable initiatives that improve the mental and/or physical well-being of people living in the Greater Indianapolis area.
FAC Chair: Chrissy Vasquez
FAC Co-Chair: Becky Butler
Meeting Day/Time: Saturdays at 10:30am
Location: Meetings virtual via Zoom, with site visit details determined by committee
- January 24, 10:30am, Zoom: Orientation and welcome
- February 21, 10:30am, Zoom: LOI discussion
- March 28, 10:30am, location to be determined by the committee: Grant Application discussion
- Date and Time to be determined by the committee: Site visits and final meeting to select FAC Finalist
A link to the FAC Sign-Up Form will be available here for 2026 Members.